CORRUPTION IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA: THE ROLE OF INSTITUTIONAL QUALITY
Journal of Economic Development, cilt.51, sa.1, ss.115-143, 2026 (Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 51 Sayı: 1
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.35866/caujed.2026.51.1.005
- Dergi Adı: Journal of Economic Development
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus, ABI/INFORM, EconLit, East & South Asia Database (ProQuest), Business Source Ultimate (EBSCO)
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.115-143
- Anahtar Kelimeler: Accountability, GINI Index, Political Stability, Transparency
- Çukurova Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
This study assesses the determinants of corruption in the Sub-Sahara Africa region and focuses on the effect of institutional quality on corruption by applying the Instrumental variables Two Stages Least Square (IV-2SLS) regression model during the period from 1996 to 2022. The model is based on Luo’s (2005) approach, which includes institutional theories as a theoretical approach established by DiMaggio and Powell (1983), Tolbert and Zucker (1996), and Scott (2001). Results highlight the significant effects of four institutional quality indicators (government effectiveness, political stability, voice and accountability, and rule of law) on the reduction of corruption. Also, general results show that income inequality measured by the GINI index plays an important role in increasing corruption levels. Therefore, SSA governments should take responsibility for implementing a comprehensive whistle-blower protection act to guarantee that those who speak out about dishonest or illegal activities occurring in a government organization are not retaliated against.